Featured Puppy: Shih Tzu

The Shih Tzu were treasured pets of Chinese royalty for more than a thousand years. They are believed to have stemmed from the mating of the Pekingese with the Tibetan Mountain Dog or the Lhasa Apso. Most members of the Ming Dynasty proudly owned these adorable dogs as their pets. World War II saw the discovery of the Shih Tzu by soldiers in England.

This solid and compact little dog possesses a double coat that is long and flowing, making it one of his most recognizable traits. A sweet, playful little dog; he is fearless when it comes to defending himself. In that way, he lives up to his name as the words Shih Tzu translates to "lion." One of the most beautiful and loveable little dogs; it is amusing to see that fierceness emerge when he feels that he needs to show it.

The AKC statistics show the Shih Tzu as being a highly popular dog with United States owners. He is portable and walks with an arrogance that hails back to his time spent as the royal pet in China. Holding his head up high, his tail curves over his back in a regal manner. You will find many colors of these little dogs.

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